What local stores are expecting for the holidays

Christmas is 45 days away, and we’re getting a better idea of how the holiday shopping season is shaping up in Michigan.

According to the Michigan Retailers Association, about 63% of stores think their sales will increase through the end of the year.

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The National Retail Federation said people are predicting they’ll spend an average of $890 on gifts and decor this year. Families with children plan to spend an average of $33 more.

Vic Veda, the vice president of communications for the Michigan Retailers Association, joined Local 4 Live to discuss the data. You can watch the full interview at the beginning of this article.